Hart man pleads guilty to delivery/manufacture of up to 200 pot plants

September 14, 2015
Hart man pleads guilty to delivery/manufacture of up to 200 pot plants

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 67-year-old Hart man pleaded guilty Monday, Sept. 14, in 27th Circuit Court to delivery/manufacture of more than 20/less than 200 marijuana plants, which is a felony punishable by up to seven years in prison. In exchange for his guilty plea, Joseph Raymond Kokx’s jail time will be capped at three months, said…

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Montague man sent to jail for snowmobile theft

September 14, 2015
Montague man sent to jail for snowmobile theft

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — A 44-year-old Montague man who stole a trailer from David Allen Racing Motorsports last February only to return about a week later and steal a snowmobile was sentenced to serve 90 days up front of an 11-month discretionary jail sentence in 27th Circuit Court Monday, Sept. 14. Trevor William Heistand’s attorney, Brien Fortino,…

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Motorcycle stolen in break-in; alleged drunk driver faces possible cocaine charge

September 14, 2015
Motorcycle stolen in break-in; alleged drunk driver faces possible cocaine charge

SHELBY TWP. — The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating a breaking and entering reported Sunday, Sept. 13, at 12:07 p.m. in the 3000 block of South Scenic Drive involving the theft of a motorcycle. The Hart Police Department arrested a 28-year-old Hart man Sunday, Sept. 13, at 2 a.m. for operating while intoxicated in the 2700…

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Free cooking classes offered.

September 11, 2015

HART — A free six-week Stanford University diabetes self management class will be offered Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15 to Oct. 20 at the Oceana County Council on Aging. A diabetic-friendly supper is included each week for free.   In addition, a free six-week “Cooking Matters”  course taught by Michigan State University Extension nutrition program instructor Stephanie Ostrenga will be held at the…

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Walkerville man gets 15-25 year prison term for sexual assault

September 11, 2015
Walkerville man gets 15-25 year prison term for sexual assault

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 27th Circuit Court: – Jeffery John Parsons, 60, of 5064 N. 176th Ave., Walkerville, pleaded no contest June 22 to first-degree criminal sexual conduct – victim under 13. He was sentenced Aug. 31 to 15-25 years in prison with credit for 168 days served and $258 in…

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78th District Court arraignments

September 11, 2015
78th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 78th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Eli James Obradovich, 26, of 7030 Hilton Park Rd., Fruitport, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for felonies of operating while intoxicated causing serious injury and driving while license suspended (DWLS) causing serious injury. Preliminary conference:…

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Break-ins among police activity

September 11, 2015
Break-ins among police activity

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015 includes: – 3:30 p.m., breaking and entering, 7000 block of 72nd Ave., Pentwater Twp. – 6 p.m., assault, no arrests, 5000 block of Park Rd., Grant Twp. – 11…

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‘1000 Books Before Kindergarten’ sets children on the path to success one book at a time

September 10, 2015
‘1000 Books Before Kindergarten’ sets children on the path to success one book at a time

HESPERIA — Families are invited to join the “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program at Hesperia Community Library.   The “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading just one book a night, families can reach the 1,000-book goal in three years and provide their children…

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American Legion hosts all-day benefit to repair roof

September 10, 2015

HESPERIA — The Thomas Richard Annis American Legion Post 411, at 4075 S. 198th Ave., is having a Benefit to Fix and Upgrade the Roof, Wiring, Equipment, Etc. Saturday, Sept. 19. There will be a Building Fund Donation can at the front door, and a craft show will run from­ 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Veterans & Friends Mystery…

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$4,425 winner!

September 10, 2015
$4,425 winner!

HART — Sister Guadalupe Moreno of Hart won the Oceana County Council on Aging (OCCOA) Cruise or Cash Raffle, Sept. 4, winning $4,425. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the OCCOA expansion fund.  

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Oceana County Celebrates National Family Meal Month

September 10, 2015

HART — District Health Department #10, The Healthy Families of Oceana County Coalition and United Way of the Lakeshore – Oceana County are partnering to celebrate Family Meal Month. The kickoff event is set for Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 3-6 p.m. at Hansen Foods in Hart. Watch a healthy meal demonstration and receive a free, reusable shopping bag full of…

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Women Who Care choose OHP to receive $13,800

September 10, 2015
Women Who Care choose OHP to receive $13,800

HART — Celebrating the doubling of its membership in three years, the Oceana Women Who Care chose at its Sep. 1 quarterly meeting to have each of its now 138 members send $100 personal checks to Oceana’s Home Partnership. OHP is a nonprofit organization that provides an assortment of services and resources to Oceana residents who struggle with aspects of…

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Electronics stolen in break-in

September 10, 2015
Electronics stolen in break-in

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. HART — Several electronic devices were stolen during a breaking and entering in the 200 block of Courtland Street that was reported to the Hart Police Department Tuesday, Sept. 8. Items stolen include a laptop computer, an iPad, a digital camera, a…

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Auto shop break-in

September 9, 2015
Auto shop break-in

The police news is sponsored by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.com. Michigan State Police, Hart post, activity in Oceana County Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015 includes: – Noon, breaking and entering to an auto shop, Main St., Walkerville. No other information immediately available. – 2 p.m., rollover crash, no injuries, southbound US-31 near mile…

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MSP: No arrest in connection to motorcycle fatality

September 9, 2015

ELBRIDGE TOWNSHIP — No arrests have been made in connection to the motorcycle crash Sunday evening, Sept. 6, on East Filmore Road near 136th Avenue that resulted in the death of Jesus Armando DeLeon-Rodriguez, 22, of Hart, according to the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. MSP reported to OCP Tuesday, Sept. 8, that an arrest had been made,…

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Recent deaths, reported September 9, 2015.

September 9, 2015

Jesus Armando DeLeon Rodriguez, 22, of Hart, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2015.  Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Hart. List of 2015 deaths on record. 

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‘Mathemagician’ kicks off a Year of Math Magic at WSCC

September 9, 2015
‘Mathemagician’ kicks off a Year of Math Magic at WSCC

VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — Dr. Arthur Benjamin, a highly-credentialed mathematician who is also a masterfully-skilled magician, will deliver a unique presentation entitled “Mathemagics” on Thurs., Sept. 24, at 7:30 p.m. in West Shore Community College’s Center Stage Theater. This event kicks off a year-long program series designed to help students and members of the community encounter the delightful, playful side…

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School district remains closed due to mold

September 9, 2015

HESPERIA — Moldy carpeting in five classrooms has delayed the start of the school year at Hesperia Community Schools for two days. Superintendent Mike Corey said in an email that school will be closed again Wednesday, Sept. 9, to complete the cleaning process before school starts with a full day of school Thursday, Sept. 10. The mold was found Monday,…

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Free junior deer hunting licenses at Meijer stores.

September 8, 2015

Young hunters, ages 16 and younger, once again will have the opportunity to get a free junior deer hunting license at all Meijer stores in Michigan Sept. 11 and 12. Youths must be accompanied by an adult, and should print out and bring the free junior deer hunting license coupon to the store’s sporting goods department. The coupon is valid for…

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Stolen truck recovered in Muskegon Heights

September 8, 2015

HART — A truck that was stolen from the city hall parking lot last week was recovered in Muskegon Heights, said Hart Police Chief Dan Leimback. The Russell Construction truck, which is a 2002 Ford F-150 Super Cab, was found abandoned with minimal damage to the front bumper, Leimback said No arrests have been made, and the case is under…

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West Shore dean’s list.

September 8, 2015

VICTORY TOWNSHIP (Mason County) – West Shore Community College has released its Dean’s List for the 2015 Summer Semester.  Full-time students achieving a semester grade point average of 3.75 or above receive high honors and full-time students with a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.749 receive honors. Part-time students are eligible for the Dean’s List when their accumulating grade point…

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